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Michael Jacobson invented a new style of food activism. For four decades, he led the fight against "junk food." He's now stepping down as president of the Center for Science in the Public Interest.

Amazon is setting out to find a location for a second headquarters, which should touch off intense competition among cities. The new HQ will bring along 50,000 high-paying jobs.

Vanessa Grigoriadis interviewed more than 100 college students around the country for her new book, Blurred Lines: Rethinking Sex, Power, and Consent on Campus. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with her about Thursday's announcement by the education secretary on campus sexual assault policies.

Senators holding hearings this week are looking for quick tweaks that will stabilize the insurance markets and make policies cheaper. Some governors want more federal money and more flexibility.

The international credit reporting agency says a cybersecurity breach exposed Americans' personal information — including Social Security numbers and addresses — for a span of about two months.

While local news broadcasts have been dominated by images of people flocking to stores, many low-income residents can't afford to stock up on supplies or drive out of town.

The new effort is designed to puncture Republicans' hold on the so-called guns-and-guts vote, while also appealing to voters' apparent desire for political outsiders.

Trauma-informed education and wraparound services are growing in response to the storm as Houston-area schools look to the future. The changes could serve as a model for schools nationwide.

A massive earthquake hit just off the Mexican coast near Guatemala overnight. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with reporter Emily Green from Mexico City.

With 155-mph winds, Irma is headed for Florida. More than 5 million people have been ordered to evacuate.